​Simply put, Andrew Durante is a leader of immense power and quality. A talented, clever defender who exudes a hugely positive influence on the group, he will again drive on Wellington Phoenix in Sunday’s do-or-die Elimination Final against Melbourne City FC.

We pulled out all the key stats for the man known as “Dura” to show why he will be a crucial figure in their Elimination Final against Melbourne City on Sunday.

 Games – 27

Tackles – 54

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Clearances – 163

Interceptions – 60

Ball recoveries – 137

Duels won – 102

Fouls conceded – 23

Yellow cards – 4

Total passes – 976

Passing accuracy – 84.6 percent

Goals – 1

Shots – 10